2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 107 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
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 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
