2011 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 749 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | CX-9 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
