2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-350. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
