2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |