2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 289 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |