2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 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 75 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 728 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | Q5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |