2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Opel Vectra 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 1117 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
