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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 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 182 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 229 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 6160 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1695 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 |
