2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 2 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 182 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. 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 2004 Daihatsu Altis. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Altis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
