2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 764 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |