2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac Escalade and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 998 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 23.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |