2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 299 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |