2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
