2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Mazda 6 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Escalade | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 181 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |