2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | Boxster | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
