2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1706 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Pod |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
