2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |