2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
