2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |