2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Maxima. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
