1999 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX 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 56 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
