2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1193 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |