2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Explorer | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
