2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Clio 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 239 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1696 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. 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 1999 Renault Clio. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Renault Clio | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |