2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 205 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 726 kg more than 2009 Tata Safari. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 2004 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | Escalade | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |