2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |