2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 631 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Escalade | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |