2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 647 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |