2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 137 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1337 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |