2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod 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 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 648 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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 Toyota Pod. 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Pod |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
