1999 Acura SLX vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | SLX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3302 mm |
