2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sequoia 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 131 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. (272 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sequoia. (315 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
