2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 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 (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
