2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | G8 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
