2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 266 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 43 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |