2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1994 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
