2002 Cadillac Escalade
The 2002 Cadillac Escalade is out in the motor world showcasing a combination
of ruggedness and a luxurious sport-utility vehicle loaded with amenities for
which the Cadillac is known for. And new for the 2003 Escalade is that it is now
available in two trims to which are the 2WD and AWD. The 2002 Escalade 2WD is
powered by a 5.3L V8 engine with 285 horsepower at 4600 rpm and a torque of 325
lb-ft at 4000 rpm, while the AWD is powered by a 6.0L V8 engine with 345 horsepower
at 5200 rpm and a of 380 lb-ft at 4000 rpm.

Both trims have a standard 4-speed automatic with overdrive transmission, and
a maximum of 8 seating capacity. The 2002 Escalade has a distinctive flashy styling
together with standard services such as air conditioning, power windows, power
door locks, leather seats, and power seats in terms of comfort and convenience,
cassette player and CD player for entertainment, and ABS brakes and airbags both
for the driver and passenger side for safety and security. Out of several satisfied
2002 Escalade consumers, it was given an overall rating of 7.5 for 10 while experts
gives it an 8.7 for 10 rating, in addition to a perfect reliability rating of
5 for 5. A frontal crash test rating of 3 for 5 for the driver front and 4 for
5 for the passenger front was given by the NHTSA.