2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 277 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 580 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Escalade | xD |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |