2011 Kia Optima vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Optima would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima, 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Optima | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Optima | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
