2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Opel Corsa 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 44 L |
