2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY

To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 11 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 61 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 835 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Escalade 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model Escalade JOURNEY
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5966 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 340 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2678 kg 1843 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4888 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2127 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1765 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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