2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | Escalade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 565 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |