2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | F-250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |