2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 995 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | C |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |