2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 982 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |