2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Escalade | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |