2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1247 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
