2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 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 213 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 804 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | 300 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |