2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
