2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (264 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1680 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |