2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
