2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |