2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon 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 231 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1527 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 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 Chrysler Neon. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
