2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 151 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
