2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac Escalade 2005 Saab 05-Sep
Make Cadillac Saab
Model Escalade 05-Sep
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 404 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 281 Nm
Engine Bore Size 103.3 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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