2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 328 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
