2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart 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 286 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 872 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. 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 MCC Smart. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Escalade | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |
