2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 299 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
Model | Escalade | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |