2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Peugeot 508. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot 508 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 508 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 3302 mm |
