2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 297 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |