2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Escalade | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |