2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 782 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
