2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 741 kg more than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Tribeca has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Tribeca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2745 mm |
