2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 159 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |