2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Imaj. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2000 Cadillac Imaj has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Imaj | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2355 mm |
