2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Nissan Armada. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Armada |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |