2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Escalade | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
