2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1410 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |