2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
