2005 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Carens 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
Make Kia Cadillac
Model Carens ESCALADE
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 397 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.4
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2625 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5662 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1918 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 117 L


 

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