2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
