2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 974 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |