2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 281 kg more than 2011 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
