2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1393 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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 Kia Sedona. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Sedona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |