2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
