2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac Escalade 2011 Ford Expedition
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Escalade Expedition
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2691 kg 2675 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3327 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 127 L


 

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