2009 Acura TSX vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TSX 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 199 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 861 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. 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 2009 Acura TSX. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TSX | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
