2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 616 kg more than 2002 Ford F-150. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
