2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion tC 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2005 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Escalade | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
