2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 144 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 906 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |