2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 135 L |
