2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Delta. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Delta. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
