2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3270 mm |
