2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 191 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2735 mm |
