2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 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 159 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1893 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Escalade | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |