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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 771 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 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.
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2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |