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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 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 337 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.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm) has 3 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 | 5999 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |