2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 536 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |