2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |