2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
