2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC 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 240 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Escalade | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
