2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Cadillac Lamborghini
Model Escalade Gallardo
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5998 cc 5203 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 562 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 90 L


 

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