2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Escalade Avalanche
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 0 HP 310 HP
Torque 515 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2667 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 117 L