2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1342 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
