2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |