2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV
When we compare the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's and the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. The 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class's and the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a better car than the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Pricing
A used 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class ranges from $29,233 to $56,700 while a used 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV is priced between $3,893 to $15,000.
2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class loses 39.1 percent of its value and the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class retains 14.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.4 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade ESV's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 9 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 8 out of 25.
2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.1 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade ESV the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade ESV a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV base engine makes 345 horsepower. The G-Class is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 325 miles. The Escalade ESV is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. This gives the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29233 - 56700
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.391331
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3893 - 15000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.538061
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.412325 / 10
Reliability:
8.124649 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.913126 / 10
Reliability:
8.739378 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
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9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 22Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
54 out of / 54Cadillac Escalade ESV Rankings
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1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
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5 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 22Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
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25 out of / 25Ranking
32 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2004 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Trim Levels
G 500, G 55 AMG
2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels
Base, Platinum Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
336 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
345 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
380 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7700 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 13 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 325 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
52.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5423 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
77.8 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5820 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
221.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17