2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |