2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 211 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |