2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | T5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
