2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 191 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 249 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |