2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 185 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 Previa. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
