2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (526 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Escalade | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5645 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |