2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V 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 205 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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 2008 Honda FR-V. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | FR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |