2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
