2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |
