2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1237 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4300 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |