2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | Carrera GT | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |