2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. 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 198 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.

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 @ 4300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model Escalade Wrangler
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6160 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4161 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2103 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2423 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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