2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul 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 203 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1408 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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 Kia Soul. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 186 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |