2002 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage 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 271 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
