2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
