2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 295 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
