2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Focus | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
