2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 Length | 5670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
