2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 876 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dakota | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
