2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Kia Sedona. 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 Kia Sedona. 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 (447 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
