2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 394 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |