2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |