2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |