2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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 (447 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
