2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
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 Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
