2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | Escalade | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |