2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 171 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 973 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Cadillac Escalade 2008 Hyundai Sonata
Make Cadillac Hyundai
Model Escalade Sonata
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2619 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 5639 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1892 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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