2012 Ferrari California vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 2 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, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 932 kg more than 2012 Ferrari California.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari California. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari California. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2012 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ferrari California | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | California | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 117 L |
