2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 2006 Ford Focus. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |