2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac Escalade and 2002 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 90 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Explorer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |