2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 167 L |