2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |