2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 232 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (417 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Escalade | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |