2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. 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 1995 Ford Probe. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Probe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
