2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 787 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 397 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |