2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 763 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SL | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |