2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1997 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
