2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Escalade | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
