2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 175 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | E | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
