2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | Drifter | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |