2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
