2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |
