2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Escalade | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |