2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 56 L |