2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 904 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Expedition | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |