2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |
