2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 520 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |