2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 910 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
