2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
