2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1511 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Koenigsegg CCX. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Escalade | CCX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
