2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon 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 117 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Escalade | Yukon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3280 mm |