2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Escalade | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |