2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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 (380 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
