2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 845 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
