2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1524 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra, 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2610 mm |
