2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 997 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 473 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 | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |