2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Holden Caprice. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Caprice.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Caprice. (530 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Cadillac Escalade 2009 Holden Caprice
Make Cadillac Holden
Model Escalade Caprice
Year Released 2010 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 403 HP 344 HP
Torque 565 Nm 530 Nm
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors


 

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