2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo 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 242 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1628 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
