2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
