2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
