2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 993 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (447 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 236 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |