2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |