2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper 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 231 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1515 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Cadillac | Mini |
Model | Escalade | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |