2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Escalade | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |