2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 997 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
