2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 878 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Escalade | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
