2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva 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 179 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 644 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
