2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |
