2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 262 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Escalade | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |