2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 295 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Escalade Nubira
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6160 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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