2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
