2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
