2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 161 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Escalade | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |