2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Escalade | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
