2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius 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 275 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1441 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. 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 Prius. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |