2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 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 156 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |
