2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (308 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 374 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX, 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | SRX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |