2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |