2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger 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 (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 (417 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |