2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
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 Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
