2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 958 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 Chrysler 200. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
