2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 30 L |