2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Escalade | Ram |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |