2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, both vehicles can yield 340 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3650 mm |
