2002 Hyundai XG vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 947 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG, 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | XG | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
