2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Studebaker | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2946 mm |
