2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 6 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 119 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
