2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 193 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 835 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
