2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 687 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3052 mm |
