2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 971 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
