2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda S-MX | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | S-MX | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2947 mm |