2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 659 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SSC Aero. 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 SSC Aero | |
Make | Cadillac | SSC |
Model | Escalade | Aero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1090 mm |