2009 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | RDX | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |