2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |