2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 878 kg more than 2012 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Escalade | TL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |