2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
