2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |