2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato 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 241 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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 Kia Cerato. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Cerato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |