2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 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, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Noble M12. 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Noble |
| Model | Escalade | M12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
