2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 289 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |