2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Forester | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2674 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
