2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 170 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |