Comparative Automotive Research has identified no less than 39 advantages that the Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD has over the Chevrolet Suburban 4WD.

Engine

The standard engines in the Escalade ESV AWD are more powerful than those in the Suburban 4WD, as detailed by trim and engine below:

			Horsepower (SAE net)
	Escalade ESV AWD		403 HP
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500 5.3L V8		320 HP
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500 6.0L V8		352 HP
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500 5.3L V8		320 HP
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500 6.0L V8		352 HP
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500 5.3L V8		320 HP

The standard engines in the Escalade ESV AWD have more torque (low-end power) than those in the Suburban 4WD, as detailed by trim and engine below:

			Torque
	Escalade ESV AWD		417 lb-ft
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500 5.3L V8		335 lb-ft
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500 6.0L V8		382 lb-ft
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500 5.3L V8		335 lb-ft
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500 6.0L V8		382 lb-ft
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500 5.3L V8		335 lb-ft

The Escalade ESV AWD, with it's standard engine, has a lower power-to-weight ratio than the Suburban 4WD with it's standard engine, 14.8 to 18.2. Power-to-weight ratio illustrates the relationship between curb weight and horsepower (Curb Weight / Horsepower). As a rule, the lower the ratio, the faster the vehicle.

Reliability

The Escalade ESV AWD has a larger engine displacement than the Suburban 4WD. Engines with larger displacements can produce more power, with less stress, reducing wear and prolonging engine life. Details by engine below:

			Displacement CC
	Escalade ESV AWD 6.2L V8		6199 cc
	Suburban 4WD 5.3L V8		5328 cc
	Suburban 4WD 6.0L V8		5967 cc

Stop and go traffic, towing and driving in hot weather all cause additional stress on you engine, increasing the engine oil temperature, reducing its ability to lubricate, cool and prevent premature component fatigue. The Escalade ESV AWD combats these problems by providing a Standard engine oil cooler. Such a cooler is Optional in the Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500.

Basic Warranty

Cadillac's basic warranty provides better coverage than Chevrolet's. It covers everything except items subject to wear and tear (oil filters, wiper blades, etc.).

			Basic Warranty Months		Basic Warranty Miles
	Escalade ESV AWD		48		50000
	Suburban 4WD		36		36000

Corrosion Warranty

Cadillac's corrosion warranty provides better protection than Chevrolet's. This warranty protects against rust-through (sheetmetal perforation).

			Corrosion Warranty Miles
	Escalade ESV AWD		Unlimited
	Suburban 4WD		100000

Fuel Economy and Emissions

The Escalade ESV AWD is more fuel efficient than the Suburban 4WD. Superior fuel efficiency makes the Escalade ESV AWD both more environmentally friendly and less expensive to operate than the Suburban 4WD.

			Fuel Economy Hwy		Fuel Economy City
	Escalade ESV AWD		18 mpg.		13 mpg.
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500 6.0L V8		15 mpg.		10 mpg.
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500 6.0L V8		15 mpg.		10 mpg.

*Mileage statistics shown are for each vehicle with its standard transmission. Fuel economy is only compared for like engines (i.e. 4 cyl. to 4 cyl.)

Airbags

Both the Escalade ESV AWD and the Suburban 4WD feature Standard driver and passenger air bags.

General Safety

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, heavier vehicles are safer in collisions and less affected by crosswinds than lighter vehicles. The Escalade ESV AWD is heavier than the Suburban 4WD, shown below by trim level and transmission type:

			Curb Weight AT
	Escalade ESV AWD		5,963 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		5,824 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		5,824 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		5,824 lbs.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, longer vehicles can protect you better in both single and multiple-vehicle crashes because they have longer crumple zones, which can reduce damage to the internal safety cage and spread the crash forces. The Escalade ESV AWD is longer than the Suburban 4WD, 222.9 in. vs. 222.4 in.

The Escalade ESV AWD features the following available engine drive types, shown by trim:

			Driveline
	Escalade ESV AWD		AWD
	Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LS 1500		4WD-FT
	Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LS 2500		4WD-SEL
	Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LT 1500		4WD-FT
	Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LT 2500		4WD-SEL
	Chevrolet Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		4WD-SEL

Adjustable foot pedals, Standard in the Escalade ESV AWD, provide for a more comfortable reach to the pedals and allow the driver to sit at a safe distance from the steering wheel and airbag. This feature is Optional on the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500).

Fog lights are very effective at improving visibility in foggy and other difficult driving situations. You are more likely to find fog lights on the Escalade ESV AWD than on the Suburban 4WD, as detailed below:

			Fog Lamps
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available

High intensity discharge (HID) headlights are Standard on the Escalade ESV AWD but Not Available Suburban 4WD. HID headlights offer several advantages - increased visibility due to significantly brighter light, longer lasting/more durable bulbs and much lower energy use.

The Escalade ESV AWD has Standard perimeter lighting, improving safety by illuminating the area around the vehicle while entering and exiting at night. Perimeter lighting is Optional on the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LT 1500, LT 2500).

Interior Space

The Escalade ESV AWD has more interior space than the Suburban 4WD in the following areas:

			Hip Room, Front
	Escalade ESV AWD		60.5 in.
	Suburban 4WD		60.3 in.

Cargo Space

The Escalade ESV AWD has 45.8 cu. ft. of cargo volume compared to 35.6 cu. ft. in the Suburban 4WD. The additional cargo space means more room to store and transport packages, luggage, etc.

Standard front fold-down armrests provide the driver and front passenger a place to rest their forearms for added comfort and reduced driving fatigue. Front fold-down armrests are Optional in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500).

The Escalade ESV AWD features a Standard third row folding seat for increased cargo space. A third row folding seat is Not Available in the Suburban 4WD.

Payload and Towing

The Escalade ESV AWD has a higher towing capacity than the Suburban 4WD, meaning it can pull a larger total weight - trailer and contents.

			Tow Capacity, Std
	Escalade ESV AWD		7,700 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		5,000 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		5,000 lbs.
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		5,000 lbs.

To compensate for the increased load placed upon the suspension during towing, the Escalade ESV AWD has Standard automatic load-leveling, which automatically adjusts its suspension height for the best possible ride and handling.

General Suspension

The Escalade ESV AWD features a Standard adaptive variable suspension that can electronically sense and adapt to changing road surface conditions to provide optimum vehicle handling characteristics. This type of suspension is Not Available in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500, LT 1500, LT 2500).

Wheels and Tires

The lower profile tires (aspect ratio) that come standard on the Escalade ESV AWD may provide better handling capability than those on the Suburban 4WD. Details below:

			Tire Aspect Ratio
	Escalade ESV AWD Base		65
	Escalade ESV AWD Luxury		45
	Escalade ESV AWD Platinum Edition		45
	Escalade ESV AWD Premium		45
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		70
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		70
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		70
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		70
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		55

Chrome-plated wheels are more commonly found on the Escalade ESV AWD (Luxury, Platinum Edition) than on the Suburban 4WD , improving looks and value - as shown below:

			Chrome Wheels
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		Optional

Additional Features

A front power memory seat is a convenience feature that allows the driver to store their customized seating position then conveniently activate it when they get into the vehicle. This feature is more commonly found in the Escalade ESV AWD than the Suburban 4WD, as shown below:

			Front Power Memory Seat
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional

Power front lumbar support gives the occupant precise control over their lower back support. Power front lumbar support is a more common feature in the Escalade ESV AWD than the Suburban 4WD, as shown below:

			Front Power Lumbar Support
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional

A heated front seat is Standard in the Escalade ESV AWD, providing additional comfort in very cold weather. This feature is Optional in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500).

The Standard cooled front seats in the Escalade ESV AWD offer increased comfort on very hot days by reducing the temperature of the seating surface. Cooled front seats are Not Available in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500, LT 1500, LT 2500).

Leather seating is a much sought after feature for new car buyers, offering exceptional luxury and style, superior comfort, ease of maintenance and improved resale value. Leather seating is Standard in the Escalade ESV AWD but is Not Available in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500).

As shown below, a built-in universal remote control system is more commonly found in the Escalade ESV AWD than in the Suburban 4WD. This system is able to learn the codes for other remote controlled devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, etc. then allow you to control them from your vehicle with the touch of one button.

			Universal Garage Door Opener
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional

A navigational aid system provides drivers with information such as maps, driving directions and location assistance. A navigation system is a more common feature in the Escalade ESV AWD than the Suburban 4WD, as shown below.

			Navigational Aid
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional

The Escalade ESV AWD has a Standard automatic climate control system. The system controls the temperature, fan speed, and vents to maintain a consistent environment within the passenger compartment. Automatic climate control is Not Available in the Suburban 4WD (LS 1500, LS 2500).

The Escalade ESV AWD features Standard genuine wood interior trim, made from real wood veneers. Real wood interior trim is Not Available in the Suburban 4WD.

With a power sunroof, a touch of a button is all it takes to let the sun or the stars shine in. You are more likely to find a power sunroof in the Escalade ESV AWD than in the Suburban 4WD, as shown below:

			Power Sunroof
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LTZ 1500		Optional

A power trunk lid is a nice convenience. A power trunk lid is more commonly found on the Escalade ESV AWD than Suburban 4WD, as shown below.

			Power Trunk Lid
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional

A passenger-side exterior mirror automatically tilts downward when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, improving the driver's rear vision. A tilt-down exterior mirror is a feature more commonly found on the Escalade ESV AWD than the Suburban 4WD.

			Automatic Tilt Down Exterior Mirror
	Escalade ESV AWD		Standard
	Suburban 4WD LS 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LS 2500		Not Available
	Suburban 4WD LT 1500		Optional
	Suburban 4WD LT 2500		Optional