2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 152 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 793 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |