2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Envoy | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
