2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 265 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1389 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 2009 Opel Astra. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra 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 | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
