2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar 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 142 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |