2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | DTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
