2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden UTE would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Escalade | UTE |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2950 mm |