2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 882 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |