2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 761 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
