2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Blackhawk | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
