2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |