2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 992 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
