2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Altis 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 143 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. 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 2001 Daihatsu Altis. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Altis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
