2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 98 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 626 kg more than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |