2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Toyota iQ 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1807 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 32 L |