2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1027 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 140 L |