2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
