2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Flex | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
