2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |