2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 403 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 565 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |