2005 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Xedos 9 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Xedos | Cadillac |
| Model | 9 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
