2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 808 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |