2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | Golf | Escalade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |