2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2006 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pagani |
| Model | Escalade | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
