2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (249 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4393 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
