2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Escalade | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| 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 | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
