2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 599 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |