2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (498 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (495 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | F-150 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 498 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |