2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
