2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2013 Cadillac XTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pickup | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Pickup | XTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2837 mm |
