2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
