2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 221 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
