2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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 (515 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |