Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac Escalade EXT and Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Cadillac Escalade EXT and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10.
When we compare the Cadillac Escalade EXT's and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade EXT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac Escalade EXT's and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade EXT is a better car than the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10.
Pricing: A used 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT ranges from $2,995 to $14,998 while a used 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 is priced between $15,900 to $61,031.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac Escalade EXT’s base engine makes 345 horsepower, and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 base engine makes 500 horsepower. The Escalade EXT is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Ram 1500 SRT-10 is rated to deliver an average of 10 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 364 miles. This gives the Cadillac Escalade EXT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Cadillac Escalade EXT is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 is available in a Crew Cab or a Regular Cab configuration. The Cadillac Escalade EXT offers a bed length of 63 inches, and the Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 offers a bed length of 76.3 inches.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
54210
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Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
48505
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11286
Price Range:
2995 - 14998
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
184699
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
35424
Price Range:
15900 - 61031
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Cadillac Escalade EXT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac Escalade EXT
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3067829268429514
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8940115516718056
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Cadillac Escalade EXT Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
63 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
76.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac Escalade EXT Trim Levels
Base
Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
345 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
380 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7500 lbs
Max Payload:
1186 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
500 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
525 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.097 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1131 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
8.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
9 / 14 / 10
Range (city/hwy):
234 / 364 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
41 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
67 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5814 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
75.6 inches
Length:
221.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5150 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
73.9 inches
Length:
211.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Raven
Green
Rip Tide Blue
Red
Red E
Silver
Quicksilver
White
White Diamond
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat / Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat
Green
Not available
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Clearcoat
Silver
Mineral Gray Metallic Clearcoat
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Pewter leather / Shale leather
Interior Colors
Gray
Medium Slate Gray leather/suede
