2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Escalade and 2005 Dodge Dakota were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 748 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. 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 (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Dakota |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |