2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. 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 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Escalade | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 105 L |