2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pathfinder | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
