2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mazda 6

To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 184 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Escalade 2009 Mazda 6
Make Cadillac Mazda
Model Escalade 6
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 205 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2678 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 62 L


 

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