2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Peugeot Touareg
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Touareg would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1803 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Peugeot Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Escalade | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
