2011 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondeo | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
