2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1592 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |
