2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy 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) has 103 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
