2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable 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 192 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. 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 Mercury Sable. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |