2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |