2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 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 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ferrari 458. (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Escalade | 458 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |
