2004 Acura CL vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2004 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |