2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |