2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1638 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Accord | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
