2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 921 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
