2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 706 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus. 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 2011 Ford Taurus. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |