2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |