2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 314 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1612 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |