2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1998 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 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| 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 | 346 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
