2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
