2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
