2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1727 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
