2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1400 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
