2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1330 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
