2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | NP300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |