2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 283 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Cube. 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) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Cube |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |
