2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TSX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Acura TSX. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2004 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Escalade | TSX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5639 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1892 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
