2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Sebring 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 262 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. 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 2007 Chrysler Sebring. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
