2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |