2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac Escalade and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 142 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | A |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
