2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
