2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1525 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Avalanche | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |