2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |