2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | CTS | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |