2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. 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 245 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 694 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. 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 2007 Fiat Siena. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Siena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
