2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. 2004 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2520 mm |
