2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 6,196 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escalade | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 571 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 32.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
