2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1643 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-250. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |
