2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy 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 61 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 375 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Envoy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |