2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 2755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |
