2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 573 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |