2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
In comparing the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's and the 2006 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. The 2006 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's and the 2006 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Cadillac Escalade is a better car than the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class loses 39.1 percent of its value and the 2006 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class retains 11.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.4 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 7 out of 25.
2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.1 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the 2006 Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 345 horsepower. The G-Class is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 330 miles. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. This gives the 2006 Cadillac Escalade the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Cadillac Escalade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.391331
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4336 - 13792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.412325 / 10
Reliability:
8.124649 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 22Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
54 out of / 54Cadillac Escalade Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
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17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Trim Levels
G 500, G 55 AMG
2006 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
336 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
345 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
380 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7400 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 13 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
279 / 330 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
52.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
45.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5545 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
77.8 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5352 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
198.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available