2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Forester | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
