2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 50 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 GMC Sierra. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 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 | 129 L |