2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 216 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 131 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
