2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen 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 236 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Escalade | Gen |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |