2009 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Cruze 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) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Cruze. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Cruze | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3302 mm |
