2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 8 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 125 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
