2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 840 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1800 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
