2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
