2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | 911 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
