2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 489 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2008 Ford Taurus X
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Escalade Taurus X
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 397 HP 264 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 417 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 72 L


 

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