2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 800 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Escalade | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 489 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |