2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |