2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
