2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Lucerne | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |