2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Yukon.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
