2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 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 234 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |