2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 201 kg more than 2003 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |