2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 656 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
