2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Escalade | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
