2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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 Lada 21. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Escalade | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
