2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura TSX. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Escalade | TSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
