2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |