2001 Acura CL vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |