2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1299 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | Boxster | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
