2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | GL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |