2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-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 85 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-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 05-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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Escalade | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 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 | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |