2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 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 178 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Escalade | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 48 L |