2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Jeep Compass were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass 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 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Escalade | Compass |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |