2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 204 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1674 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 2009 Ford Focus. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |