2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |