2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. Both 2009 Cadillac Escalade and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 332 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 374 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |