2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Altima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
