2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escalade | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
