2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 378 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | ML |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |