2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
