2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
