2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 216 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1501 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
