2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 433 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |