2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. Both 2011 Ford F-150 and 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE are equipped with a 6,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2724 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5603 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1994 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3386 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
