2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Traverse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |