2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 135 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Escalade | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |