2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 217 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
