2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |