2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac Escalade and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |