2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
