2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 949 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Canyon | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
