2009 Acura RL vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | RL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |