2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-350. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
