2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 313 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
