2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1268 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
