2002 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
