2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Cirrus 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 93 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. 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 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. 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) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
