2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac Escalade and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1984 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |