2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 966 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
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) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |