2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |