2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 128 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 741 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Escalade | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
