2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Nissan Armada. 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 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
