2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
