2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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 155 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |