2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 411 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |