2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
