2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 206 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1321 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 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 Lancia Lybra. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
