2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 979 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |