2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto 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 285 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1841 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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 2005 Fiat Punto. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |