2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Escalade | Rapide |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2989 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 91 L |