2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 306 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |