2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze 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) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Holden Cruze. 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) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |
