2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3380 mm |
