2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |