1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Aurora | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
