2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster 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 251 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | Escalade | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |