2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2001 Volkswagen Passat
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model Escalade Passat
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 4003 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Horse Power 345 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.2 L/100km 19.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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