2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
