2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 567 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
