2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
