2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |