2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 965 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Escalade | F430 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 465 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |