2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 1047 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |