2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 259 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 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:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |