2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
Model | Discovery | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 2786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |