2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 986 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR. 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 2000 Cadillac XLR. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac XLR. (428 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | XLR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
