2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 688 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escalade | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
