2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
