2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
