2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 201 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 679 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |