2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
