2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 137 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Sienna | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |