2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Excursion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 474 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |