2004 Ford GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | GT | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |