2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 946 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Escalade | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |