2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Escalade. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |