2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
