2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Escalade | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
