2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (396 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1759 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2005 Lotus Exige
Make Cadillac Lotus
Model Escalade Exige
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6161 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 396 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2609 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2310 mm


 

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