2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
