2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 2004 Honda Accord. 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) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |