2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 943 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |