2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
