2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima 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 169 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Optima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |