2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 10 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escalade | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
