2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | SL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |