2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 278 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1626 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Cadillac Mitsubishi
Model Escalade Colt
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 345 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 47 L


 

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