2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac Escalade and 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |