2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 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 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 1047 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. 2006 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. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
