2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 853 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
