2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 138 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |