2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1401 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |