2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 215 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
