2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Escalade | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |