2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
