2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 831 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
