2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 107 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 844 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
