2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
