2006 Morgan 44 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 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 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 288 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1739 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 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 Morgan 44 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Morgan | Cadillac |
| Model | 44 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
