2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise 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 225 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1906 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Escalade | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |