2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 834 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | Escalade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |