2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Cadillac Escalade (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Altis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
