2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 278 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1661 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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 Suzuki Splash. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Escalade | Splash |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 90 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
