2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |