2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 329 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |