2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
