2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 743 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |