2004 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 871 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Murano | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
