2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 140 L |
