2005 Acura MDX vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 697 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | Escalade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |