2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Escalade | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |
