2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 1367 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
