2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1820 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |