2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | Strada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |