2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar 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 (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 727 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Freestar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |