2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Hummer H2
To start off, 2005 Hummer H2 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Hummer H2. (325 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 377 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hummer H2. (495 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Escalade | H2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 121 L |
