2004 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1189 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |