2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon 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 225 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1213 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon 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 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Escalade | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |