2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 986 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 2012 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Forester | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |