2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 163 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 860 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Escalade | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
