2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 919 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Escalade | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
