2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 115 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 497 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia. 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 GMC Acadia. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 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 | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
