2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus 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 261 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 231 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Because 2013 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Focus | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |