2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 162 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 652 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac Escalade 2012 SsangYong Rexton
Make Cadillac SsangYong
Model Escalade Rexton
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 402 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2667 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 78 L


 

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