2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 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 244 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2013 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | 5 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |