2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 154 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 948 kg more than 2012 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Escalade | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
