2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion 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 80 more horse power than 2001 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1626 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 167 L |
