2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. 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 293 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
