2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. 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 (380 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
