2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
