2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 1335 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.

Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra
Make Cadillac Hyundai
Model Escalade Elantra
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 138 HP
Torque 515 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2667 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4475 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1519 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 53 L


 

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