2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |