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) has 57 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). 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 540 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (499 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). 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 | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 499 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |