2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 708 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Escalade | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
