2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 1997 Toyota Camry. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
