2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Escalade | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
