2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 241 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 2000 Honda Civic. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
