2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 241 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
