2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 908 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Aspen | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
