2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
