2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |