2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
