2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |