2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Silverado | Escalade |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5715 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 8032 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1971 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3396 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 117 L |