2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
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 Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon 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 231 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Neon. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
