2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 855 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
Model | 300 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |