2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 687 kg more than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
