2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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 STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS-V | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
