2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |