2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
