2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 129 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | ML | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |