2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 188 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.

Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Escalade 2000 Nissan Sentra
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Escalade Sentra
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5966 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 340 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 73 L


 

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