2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3350 mm |