2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 825 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Charger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |