2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 523 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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Escalade | Equus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |