2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Xterra | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
