2002 Hyundai HCD-7 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 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | HCD-7 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
