2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1529 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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 Peugeot iOn. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
