2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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 195 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3060 mm |
