2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1005 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Cadillac | SSC |
Model | Escalade | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2667 mm |