2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
