2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 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 90 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Ford F-250. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
