2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (333 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Escalade Tahoe
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6161 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 333 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2609 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 98 L


 

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