2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
