2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Escalade | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |