2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Clio 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 110 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 978 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
