2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
