2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 178 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
