2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |