2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
