2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (207 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |