2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2031 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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 2005 Lada Oka. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Escalade | Oka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2190 mm |
