2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (209 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 663 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Dakota |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |