2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 179 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |