2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder

To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 971 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.

Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Spyder. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2008 Maserati Spyder
Make Cadillac Maserati
Model Escalade Spyder
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 396 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 18.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 88 L


 

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