2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
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 Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 531 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 Yukon. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3280 mm |
