2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. 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 1999 Dodge Intrepid. 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 (447 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
