2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
