2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
