2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (540 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
