2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |