2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra 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 (403 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
