2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 511 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 Nissan Versa. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
