2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 156 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 799 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep, 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Escalade | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
