2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
