2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
