2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 581 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Flex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
