2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 708 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | 300 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |