2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. 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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Escalade | Stream |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |