2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |