2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 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) has 271 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1617 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 207. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
