2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |