2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 89 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1371 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |