2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
