2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |