2009 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Kuga | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
