2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 581 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Traverse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2173 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |