2010 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 817 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford E-150 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | E-150 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |