2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1549 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
