2005 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
