2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. 2003 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
