2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 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 211 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Cruze |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
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 | 345 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |