2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 5,967 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 847 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
