2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |