2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,965 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |