2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Escalade | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |