2006 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | RSX | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |