2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Escalade | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |