2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 195 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1393 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |