2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | E-350 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |
