2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2954 mm |