2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 965 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
