2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |