2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4806 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |