2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 211 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |