2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Logan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1433 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
