2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 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 152 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. 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 2007 Hyundai XG 350. 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 (515 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
