2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Escalade | CL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |