2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
