2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
