2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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 261 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Vauxhall Omega. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escalade | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
