2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1461 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | Escalade | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
