2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
